Ignatius wrote “Spiritual Exercises” while still an unschooled layman; the Church was highly suspicious.
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:2
CONFESSION OF SIN
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, [...]
Archive for July, 2009
Evening Prayer 7.31.09, Ignatius of Loyola
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Morning Prayer 7.31.09, Ignatius of Loyola, 1556
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Ignatius founded the Jesuits in the counter-reformation.
The hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for such the Father seeks to worship him. John 4:23
CONFESSION OF SIN
Let us confess our sins against God and our neighbor.
Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against [...]
Evening Prayer 7.30.09, Wm. Wilberforce, Abolitionist
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“The life of William Wilberforce refutes the popular notion that a politician cannot be a saintly Christian, dedicated to the service of humanity.” (Lesser Feasts and Fasts 2006)
Give thanks to the Lord, and call upon his Name; make known his deeds among the peoples. Psalm 105:1
INVITATORY & PSALTER
O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, [...]
Morning Prayer 7.30.09, Wm. Wilberforce, Abolitionist
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John Rising, 1790: William Wilberforce, abolitionist leader, member of Parliament, the conscience of Britain.
The hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for such the Father seeks to worship him. John 4:23
INVITATORY & PSALTER
Lord, open our lips,
And our mouth shall proclaim your praise.
Glory to the [...]
Evening Prayer 7.29.09, Martha & Mary of Bethany
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Mary and Martha in an African village: Martha pounds corn while Mary gabs away.
Send out your light and your truth, that they may lead me, and bring me to your holy hill and to your dwelling. Psalm 43:3
INVITATORY & PSALTER
O God, make speed to save us.
O Lord, make haste to help us.
Glory to the Father, [...]
Morning Prayer 7.29.09, Martha & Mary of Bethany
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Mary and Martha, both servants of the Holy One, had a few words over this Jesus fellow, but the one who did all the work lost the argument.
Give thanks to the Lord, and call upon his Name; make known his deeds among the peoples. Psalm 105:1
INVITATORY & PSALTER
Lord, open our lips,
And our mouth shall proclaim [...]
